Randi Pupkin, our Founder and longtime Executive Director, has announced that she will retire in June 2025 and a new Executive Director has been selected. “After pouring my heart and soul into this work for 25 years, I am honored to pass the leadership to someone who knows the organization inside and out – namely, Megan Gatto, Art with a Heart’s Deputy Director. Megan began her Art with a Heart journey nearly ten years ago when she was hired as a Program Coordinator and has worked hard over the years to learn the business of nonprofits and the work of Art with a Heart. Megan started as Program Coordinator and grew to become a Co-Program Director then, Program Director and in 2023 became the Deputy Director. Megan is extremely talented, energetic, creative and nimble. She is ready for the challenge of leading this incredible organization. I am thrilled that she will be leading Art with a Heart into the next era.” | |
Save the Date! We're turning 25! | |
It's hard to believe that Art with a Heart has been a creative and impactful part of the Baltimore community for nearly 25 years! Amazingly, what started as four classes each week has grown to nearly 16,000 in the last year.
Art with a Heart will officially celebrate 25 years of making Baltimore better on Saturday, March 29th at 6:30pm with a fabulous party at the M&T Bank Exchange at the Hippodrome Theatre and we want you to be there, so please save the date!
For sponsorship information, contact Amy Langrehr at amylangrehr@artwithaheart.net
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Did you get Art with a Heart's 25th anniversary puzzle with our annual appeal? If not, reach out to Amy Legg at amy@artwithaheart.net and she will be sure to send you one. If you did receive it, we hope you will consider Art with a Heart in your charitable giving this year.
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October Collectible: Wish Dolls! | |
Introducing the limited edition Wish Dolls! Wish Dolls are adorable dolls made of cotton fabric, yarn and buttons. Each doll hides a student wish inside of its colorful sash. A great gift for anyone who loves dolls, keepsakes or believes that wishes do come true! Limited to just 25 pieces, this unique Wish Doll can tag along on all your adventures or sit proudly on your desk or bedside table! Enhance your 25th Anniversary Collection with this whimsical doll—secure yours today before they’re gone! | |
HeARTwares on The Avenue! | |
The Art with a Heart team is making great progress at HeARTwares' new location on The Avenue in Hampden! The walls have a fresh coat of paint, slat walls for display have been installed, and we are ready to add the HeARTwares products for that final magical touch. Mark you calendars for the grand opening on Saturday November 30th from 11am to 6pm. Come shop with us for your holiday needs and support Art with a Heart on #smallbusinesssaturday | |
Book Talk was a Great Success | |
We had a great book event this month, featuring Art with a Heart volunteers, Jacquie Toner, Richie Frieman and Ken Weiss.They each spoke about their recently published books, did a Q&A, signed books, and mixed and mingled. Thanks to all of the guests who joined us and also to Golden West Cafe for donating the most delicious sweet treats. We are grateful that The Ivy Bookshop attended the event with copies of the books available. All three books are available for purchase at The Ivy or your favorite local shop or online retailer. | |
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Art with a Heart student artists are jumping right into the fall with autumn tree paintings and festive shape monsters. Participants are gaining valuable knowledge of the principles of art by learning about shapes, patterns and 3D forms, all while exploring their own creative identities. After school programs have started in full swing and we are excited to welcome back familiar faces along with many new partnerships, including: Callaway Elementary School, Clay Hill Public Charter School, Baltimore Station, and The Arc.
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Community Art and Service | |
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Art of Leadership Cohort 10 enjoyed their first full-day retreat! The day was packed with adventure, team-building activities at Outward Bound plus meaningful discussions, and creative expression. Highlights included overcoming fears on the high ropes course, bonding through engaging games, reflecting on identity, and creating masks that represent both the visible and hidden aspects of who we are.
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October was a banner month for service groups! Art with a Heart is grateful for those who shared their time and talent with the organization during the month: SECU, Mercy Medical Center, The Park School of Baltimore, BGE, Constellation Energy, Towson University Field Hockey, Towson University Student Nurses Association, Alpha Kappa Delta Phi, Yahoo!, American Association of Women Dentists, MSU Student Social Workers, Towson University Women's Soccer Club, Jewish Community Services, Ellin & Tucker, The Friends School of Baltimore, T. Rowe Price, Black Girls Vote, The Green School Baltimore, and Alta Publishing Company Thank you all! | |
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